Mangrove forests rank among the world's most valuable coastal ecosystems, shielding communities from storms, storing vast amounts of carbon and providing nurseries for countless marine species. For decades, scientists warned that these unique forests were disappearing faster than many tropical rainforests because of coastal development, aquaculture and pollution.

Mangrove forests rank among the world's most valuable coastal ecosystems, shielding communities from storms, storing vast amounts of carbon and providing nurseries for countless…

Global mangrove forests have shown a net increase between 2000 and 2020 due to restoration efforts and conservation policies. These vital coastal ecosystems protect communities…